Younger people and Parkinson's
Most people who get Parkinson's are aged 50 or over but younger
people can get it too. One in 20 is under the age of 40.
People with Parkinson's who are of working age can face
particular challenges. These can include supporting children and
teenagers, needing help and information about work and money, and
coping with the emotional effects of being diagnosed at a younger
age.
Image right: Cliff Williams, who
has Parkinson's, with his family
Thank you to everyone who came to our interactive 3-day
event for younger people affected by Parkinson's in
October 2011. Find out more about some of the topics covered in the
sessions.
Publications giving practical information about coping with
day-to-day life with Parkinson's
Free publications for carers and family
of people with Parkinson's. Includes illustrated children's
books to help explain Parkinson's to children whose parents have
the condition
Local groups specifically for people of working age affected by
Parkinson's - an opportunity to meet others and share information
and experiences.
Read people's experiences of living with Parkinson's and
continuing to work.
Help for people with Parkinson's on employment decisions,
benefits and legal rights
Share your experiences of living with Parkinson's
Our online
discussion forum is for people with Parkinson's, their carers,
family and friends to chat and share experiences.
Everyone affected by Parkinson's is welcome to join.
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